DESCRIPTION: N-Acetyl Glucosamine is a multifunctional active ingredient with skin-lightening, hydrating and keratolytic properties. NAG is a natural amine sugar extracted from sea shrimp and crab shells. It is a skin-identical ingredient found in the skin. It strengthens the skin’s barrier integrity. NAG has been shown to stimulate hyaluronic acid production without the skin, stimulate collagen production, increase skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and lighten the skin. It inhibits the sugar chain in the melanin process and prevents tyrosine from being activated. It works especially well with niacinamide for brightening and softening the skin. N-acetyl glucosamine increases exfoliation and increases the speed of wound healing.
Topical 2% to 5% Niacinamide has shown some efficacy when used alone or in combination with N-Acetyl Glucosamine (4%) for the treatment of melasma and UV-induced hyperpigmentation.
BENEFIT
- Skin conditioning/Hydrating
- Anti-ageing (reduces fine lines and wrinkles)
- Improves skin tone
- Repairs and treats sun damage
- Wound healing support
- Keratolytic/Exfoliating
- Skin-lightening
APPLICATIONS: Moisturizers, creams, lotions, serums, etc.
INCI: Acetyl Glucosamine
Use rate: 1.0 – 4.0% (up to 10%)
Solubility: Water
pH Stability: 3.0 – 7.0
Assay: 98 – 102%
pH (1% in solution): 5.0 – 8.0
Melting Point: 196 – 205°C
Molecular Weight: 221.21
Appearance: White/Off-white microcrystalline powder
Storage: Best refrigerated. Avoid direct light and exposure to moisture.
This is a cosmetic raw material and is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations. As with all of our materials, it should not be taken internally. Treasure Actives is not responsible for product compatibility. We advise everyone to test ingredients for performance, compatibility and safety prior to committing to larger quantities. Keep all products out of reach of children. For more information, please see our terms and conditions page.
